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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Jun 18, 1961

Page

7

Wonders Of The Universe Dust Shell Around Earth

The article by Dr. J M Levitt summarizes Prof S F Singer’s theory of a dust shell and smoke ring around Earth. Dust particles orbit the sun and some enter Earth’s vicinity, increasing near the surface and peaking 600 to 1000 miles up, suggesting a speculative atmospheric effect.

Singer J. M. Levitt Jupiter Earth Space Albert Hibbs Jet Propulsion Laboratories

Balloon Trick Demonstrates Air Pressure Lifting Water

A simple science note explains a rubber balloon held in a glass of water. Blowing up the balloon tightens friction with the glass while air pressure prevents it from slipping, allowing the atmosphere below the glass to lift the water when pulled.

Parcade General Features Corp

Levitt Column and Clarke Space Age Philosophy Schedule

The column schedule lists Dr. Levitt’s regular feature next week followed by Arthur Clarke’s space age philosophy two weeks later describing mankind’s evolution from sea to star. The notices reference upcoming columns and authorial attributions.

Dr. Levitt Arthur €. Clarke

Spahn Opens MLB Season With Braves as Veteran Starter

Veteran lefty Warren Spahn of the Milwaukee Braves is starting his major league season, launching the year on the pitching staff. The seasoned ace aims to anchor the rotation and deliver steady performances for Milwaukee.

Lefty Warren Spahn Milwaukee Braves

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Wonders of the S. Fred Singer The University of Maryland Prof Boomi Jim Walter JIM Walter Corp Cal Huntsville Ala Florence, Ala Florence Blvd Science By Bob Brown Sun Rites H&h Drugs 2Nd Ave Johnston St Walgreen Agency Aix Paul H. Alexander Rev Willoughby 9Th St. and 6Th Ave. SE Decatur Chevrolet Corvair Lee Street, N.E Decatur, Alabama
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